Dear supporterGlobal warming deniers don't just spread misinformation about what's happening to our planet—they harass scientists who are trying to protect our health and environment.Dr. Michael Mann, a climate scientist who worked at the University of Virginia, has been the subject of a concerted campaign of legal harassment by a think tank affiliated with the oil industry and by Virginia's Attorney General—a vocal global warming denier. Their attacks are the latest in a witch hunt against Dr. Mann that has been going on for years.Stories like this are more typical than most people realize. Scientists—whether they work on global warming, land use, or medicine—are oftenharassed, demoted, or even fired when their analysis runs afoul of politicians or threatens a corporation's bottom line.It's a story we can change, Chrys L.K.. Together, we are protecting whistleblowers, exposing phony analysis, and making sure politics don't trump science. You've already taken the first step by joining our online community. Will you take step two and become a monthly donor today?SPECIAL TWO-DAY OFFER:Defend science as a UCS Partner for the Earth, and we'll send you a free UCS tote bag and a 20 percent discount to our online store.No scientist should have to choose between his or her integrity and a job, but it happens all too often. UCS surveyed thousands of federal scientists, and more than one-third of respondents feared retaliation if they spoke out for what they believe is their agency's mission.Just ask Michael Mann, the climate scientist whose story is above. Or Rosemary Johann-Liang, the Food and Drug Administration scientist who was reprimanded for trying to save lives with a warning label for a diabetes drug. Or ask Mike Kelly, the marine biologist whose efforts to protect endangered Coho salmon in southern Oregon were undermined by interference from Dick Cheney and other political leaders.They did the research. They spoke the truth. And they risked their careers in the process.Stand up for Michael, Rosemary, Mike, and countless other scientists by becoming a monthly donor today!How will your Partners for the Earth donation help win victories for scientific integrity?Supporters like you fought to pass a law that reduces corporate influence in food safety inspections. Together, we got the White House to issue clear guidelines to defend government scientists from pressure by special interests. And we've helped shine a light on countless false claims in the media.Your monthly contribution is also tax-deductible. And as a monthly donor, you'll receive our quarterly newsletter,Earthwise, and our magazine, Catalyst, so you can stay up-to-date on ways to defend science.And if you join in the next two days, we'll send you a free UCS tote bag plus the 20 percent discount to our online store! You can pick out great items like our hilarious Scientific Integrity editorial cartoon calendar, the "Cool It!" card game for kids, or our popular Cooler Smarter: Practical Steps for Low-Carbon Living.Take advantage of this special opportunity, and become a Partner for the Earth today. Science can't defend itself—it needs your help.Thank you for taking on today's toughest environmental and security challenges and standing with scientists all across the country. Sincerely,